Academy, Jamwave, food trucks, and more. VOA Museum, 4-11 p.m. Free. westchesteroh.org RED, RHYTHM & BOOM ~ This America 250 celebration honors history and the nation’s journey to freedom with live en- tertainment (Vertical Horizon + Fitz and the Tantrums), a sprawl- ing kid zone, food, and fireworks. Mason Municipal Center, 4-10 p.m. Free admission. imaginemason.org STAR SPANGLED NIGHT Spend a patriotic day at Kings Island listening to live music, and going on rides before taking in the night sky above Interna- tional Street as it is absolutely illuminated. Red, white, and blue booms will inspire awe during the evening fireworks spectacular! M&M’S®. Kings Island, July 3-5, $59+ daily admission, included with pass. sixflags.com STORYTIME ON THE FARM ~ This weekly storytime will put the spotlight on a new nature story, followed by activities! Win- ton Woods, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. greatparks.org SUPER SPROUTS GARDEN CLUB This weekly garden club is tons of fun for little naturalists. Glenwood Gardens, 10:30 a.m. $7. greatparks.org TRY IT! TREE CLIMBING Take a hike, put on a harness, and get to climbing! 8+. Miami Whitewater Forest, 6-7:30 p.m. $40. greatparks.org
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to do today
THURSDAY ART PLAY Discover the way different artists capture the faces of people they care about during this playful portraits program. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free for members, $5 per nonmember child and free for families with a valid SNAP or EBT card. contemporaryartscenter.org
MOVIES IN THE PARK ~ Grab dinner, blankets and the family for a free outdoor movie night featuring Hamilton (PG-13). Village Green Park, 5:30 p.m. Free. fairfield-city.org POP-UP PLAY ~ Spark creativity with hands-on activities and imaginative play. Imagination Alley, 4-6 p.m. Free. imaginationalleyotr.com REC READS ~ Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy art-themed story books, sensory activities and scavenger hunts. Cincinnati Art Museum,
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BUG HUNT & BEE HOTELS ~ Join in on a family-friendly bug hunt where participants will catch and document insects before building their own bee hotel. Shor Park, 10-11:30 a.m. Free; registra- tion required. clermontparks.org DELHI CONCERT IN THE PARK ~ Enjoy an evening of live music with the Bronson Arroyo Band. Delhi Park Performance Pavilion, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. delhi.oh.us FAIRFIELD FARMERS MARKET ~ Shop fresh, local and handmade goods. Fairfield Community Arts Center parking lot, 4-7 p.m. Free. fairfield-city.org DISNEY’S THE LION KING Experience the beloved Broadway musical featuring stunning visuals, music, and storytelling. Aronoff Center, 7:30 p.m., show runs through July 5. $35+. cincinnatiarts.org
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122ND ARMY BAND - AMERICA 250 MUSIC OF, BY, AND FOR THE PEOPLE ~ Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with patriotic tunes performed by the Ohio National Guard. Memorial Hall OTR, 7 p.m.
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. cincinnatiartmuseum.org
Free; tickets required. memorialhallotr.com
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ALL-AMERICAN BIRTHDAY BASH & OPERATION THANK YOU! ~ Enjoy classic cars, live music, family activities, military displays and fireworks. Sawyer Point, 2-10 p.m. Free; $20 to register a car. cincinnati-oh.gov
LIBRARY IN THE PARK CELEBRATION FOR AMERICA 250 ~
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CINCINNATI REDS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLES
Celebrate America 250 with Rosie Red from the Cincinnati Reds, live music, trivia, a movie screening and more family-friendly activities. Kingswood Park Community Pa- vilion, 5-10:30 p.m. Free. masonpl. librarycalendar.com SMALE FAMILY FUN ~ Today’s event features the Zak Morgan Duo and River City Puppets! A low-sensory hour will be offered from 9-10 a.m. Smale Riverfront Park, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. cincinnati-oh.gov
Veterans and Military Appreciation Game. Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $14+. mlb.com/reds
CINCINNATI REDS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLES
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION ~
Stick around after the game for a fabulous fireworks show! Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $14+. mlb.com/reds KEMBA ALL AMERICAN BASH ~ Kick off day one of this big bash with touch-a-truck, Madcap Rock
Celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly festivities in Loveland. City of Loveland, 2 p.m. Free. lovelandoh.gov FORT THOMAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION ~ Festivities include the Firecracker
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